Telwara - Sonhaula, Bhagalpur
Telwara is a village situated in the Sonhaula subdivision of Bhagalpur district, Bihar. It is located approximately 6 km from the tehsil headquarters in Sonhaula and around 41 km from the district headquarters in Bhagalpur. Amdiha serves as the Gram Panchayat for Telwara village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Telwara is 240284. The village covers a total geographical area of 100 hectares and falls under the 813205 pincode. Bhagalpur is the nearest town, located about 41 km away.
Telwara village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Kahalgaon Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bhagalpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Telwara
According to the 2011 Census, Telwara village had a total population of 975 people, including 529 males and 446 females, living in 207 households. The sex ratio was 843 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 69.47%, with male literacy at 76.83% and female literacy at 60.88%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 487, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 6.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 975 | 529 | 446 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 189 | 106 | 83 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 487 | 265 | 222 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 6 | 2 | 4 |
| Literate Population | 546 | 325 | 221 |
| Illiterate Population | 429 | 204 | 225 |
Nearby Villages of Telwara
Telwara is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Telwara
Public transport in the Telwara is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Bhagalpur to Telwara is about 41 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Telwara
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Telwara village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Telwara
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Telwara village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Telwara
Where is Telwara located?
Telwara village is located in Sonhaula Subdivision, Bhagalpur district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Telwara?
The Gram Panchayat of Telwara is Amdiha.
What is the pincode of Telwara?
The pincode of Telwara is 813205.
What is the population of Telwara?
Telwara had a total population of 975, including 529 males and 446 females.
How many households are there in Telwara?
Telwara had 207 households.
What is the literacy rate in Telwara?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Telwara was 69.47%. Male literacy was 76.83% and female literacy was 60.88%.